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Citroën SpaceTourer: How the 2016 Van-Based MPV Evolved to 2026
The Citroën SpaceTourer is a large passenger MPV built on the third-generation Jumpy van. It was unveiled in December 2015 with its Peugeot Traveller twin and shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016. It comes in three lengths, from 4.61 to 5.31 metres, with five to nine seats. Since 2022 most European buyers can only order it with electric or hydrogen power.
Key takeaways
- A joint PSA and Toyota project: Citroën SpaceTourer, Peugeot Traveller and Toyota ProAce Verso.
- Lengths of 4,609, 4,959 and 5,309 mm; built at Sevel Nord in northern France.
- The electric ë-SpaceTourer arrived in 2020 with a 100 kW (136 PS) motor.
- A facelift announced in October 2023 removed the upper grille and added a 10-inch screen.
What Citroën launched in 2016
In 2016 the family MPV was losing ground to SUVs, yet Citroën kept the C4 Picasso and added a bigger option above it. The SpaceTourer took the cabin of a van and finished it like a car. The old 1cars report described a business version with a work desk and soft seats. It also listed a head-up display, automatic emergency braking and a modern multimedia system.
Toyota joined the project, so the same van was sold under three brands. Opel's Zafira Life joined the family in 2019, after Opel became part of PSA. The Peugeot version is covered on our Peugeot Traveller page.
Three lengths and the engine range
| Version | Length | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Compact (XS) | 4,609 mm | Families, town parking |
| Standard (M) | 4,959 mm | Seven to nine seats |
| Long (XL) | 5,309 mm | Shuttles, large luggage |
At launch the diesels ranged from about 70 to 132 kW (95 to 180 PS) in the old report's figures, with manual or automatic gearboxes. Later diesels included a 1.5 BlueHDi of 120 PS and a 2.2 BlueHDi of 150 or 180 PS. The electric version uses a 100 kW (136 PS) motor. By our calculation, the Long version is 700 mm longer than the Compact. Check whether it fits your drive with the garage fit tool.
Rivals among large MPVs in 2016
The SpaceTourer took on the Volkswagen Multivan, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class and the Ford Tourneo Custom. Its strength was choice: three lengths and three brands of dealer network. Opel's later twin is described in our Opel Zafira generations page.
SpaceTourer milestones, 2016–2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Dec 2015 | SpaceTourer and Peugeot Traveller unveiled |
| Mar 2016 | Shown at Geneva with the commercial Jumpy and Expert |
| 2019 | Opel Zafira Life joins the family |
| 2020 | Electric ë-SpaceTourer, 100 kW (136 PS) |
| Jan 2022 | Combustion SpaceTourer and Traveller withdrawn in most of Europe |
| 23 Oct 2023 | Facelift announced: no upper grille, 10-inch screen, Level 2 driver assistance |
| 2026 | Production continues at Sevel Nord in France |
The van platform offers batteries of 50 or 75 kWh, with WLTP ranges of 232 and 330 km in the commercial versions. Range for a fully loaded nine-seater is lower, so plan longer trips with care. Our electric cars section covers charging basics.
The SpaceTourer in 2026: buying advice
In October 2026 the SpaceTourer is still built, and in most of Europe it is sold mainly as the electric ë-SpaceTourer.
Who it suits: large families, hotel shuttles and taxi firms who need eight or nine real seats. A used diesel suits long motorway trips, while the electric version suits town shuttles with predictable routes. Browse the Citroën catalogue and compare it with rivals in the comparison tool.
FAQ
How long is the Citroën SpaceTourer?
It comes in three lengths: 4,609 mm, 4,959 mm and 5,309 mm. The shortest suits town parking, while the longest gives the most room for luggage.
How many seats does the SpaceTourer have?
Depending on length and layout, it carries from five to nine people. The longest version with three rows offers the most luggage space behind the seats.
Is there an electric Citroën SpaceTourer?
Yes. The ë-SpaceTourer arrived in 2020 with a 100 kW (136 PS) motor. From January 2022 it became the main version in most of Europe.
What is the difference between the SpaceTourer and the Peugeot Traveller?
They are the same vehicle with different styling and badges, built side by side in France. Toyota sells a third version as the ProAce Verso.
